Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)

Coordinator, Client Services

Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)  •  Calgary, CA (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

We are BLG: Canada’s Law Firm. Our culture is one of vigilance and curiosity, Firm-wide collaboration, unfailing mutual respect and dedication. We pride ourselves on having standout talent and delivering an exceptional client experience.

We are a future-minded Firm delivering high-value advice and known for our unwavering commitment to innovation, diversity and inclusion, community involvement and talent development. Learn more about us at www.blg.com

The Coordinator, Client Services will be expected to maintain a good client relationship while obtaining payment of accounts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Direct contact with clients to obtain payment status of accounts while maintaining the client relationship
  • Meetings with lawyers to properly manage their working capital
  • Reconcile client payments and accounts
  • Liaise with Practice Billing Coordinators and/or accounting for resolution of unpaid A/R billing issues
  • Prepare and send client statements on a monthly basis
  • Prepare various reports as requested
  • Report collection status to the lawyers and management
  • Updating notes in the collection software
  • Other duties as assigned by the Manager, Client Services

Key Competencies

  • Minimum 1-2 years of collections experience in a professional services firm; law firm experience preferred
  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field of study, or equivalent work experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; bilingualism in French/English is a strong asset
  • Experience with Aderant (CMS) and Progress softwares are an asset
  • Intermediate level Excel experience
  • Strong analytical and attention to detail skills
  • Deadline focused and able to set priorities while maintaining flexibility
  • A team player with exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Available to work overtime when necessary

BLG is committed to building a diverse workplace reflective of the communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive culture where Firm members feel valued, respected and inspired to thrive as their authentic selves. We value diversity of thought and the unique skills, perspectives and experience each individual brings to BLG. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applicants from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented, including but not limited to First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, people who identify as women and/or LGBTQ2S+.

We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.

Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)

About Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)

We are BLG: Canada’s Law Firm. | Nous sommes BLG, vos avocats au Canada.

(French version below) Fully bilingual across all practice areas and sectors, BLG excels in Canada’s common and civil law systems. Our five offices operate in Canada’s largest city centres. We offer our clients an established national presence and a global reach through our international network.

Outside our walls, we contribute to communities across Canada through our pro bono program, our BLG Reads to Kids literacy program, and supporting our members’ charitable efforts through fundraising and volunteer initiatives.

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BLG offre des services entièrement bilingues dans tous les secteurs et domaines de pratique et se démarque autant en droit civil qu’en common law. Nous sommes présents dans cinq grandes villes du Canada. Bien établis à l’échelle nationale, nous possédons également un réseau international qui décuple notre portée.

À l’extérieur du cabinet, nous appuyons des collectivités partout au Canada par l’entremise de notre programme de travail bénévole (pro bono) et de BLG, la lecture et les enfants ainsi qu’en favorisant l’engagement de nos membres dans des activités caritatives comme des collectes de fonds et des initiatives bénévoles.

Industry
Legal & Compliance
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Toronto, CA
Year Founded
1823
Website
blg.com
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